Hardware Test Engineer

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com .

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

We're looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our Compute Hardware team. You’ll help validate our automotive-grade PCB designs by performing board-level testing, automating lab workflows, and supporting early prototype hardware characterization. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for hands-on validation, strong lab skills, and experience with automotive OEM testing protocols.

• Motivation : A lot of learning opportunities since we design and test next generation boards/hardware solutions for future Porsche car lines and other customers using the latest processors from leading semiconductor companies - we’re architecting the first generation closely with Porsche teams with high impact and visibility.


• Ownership : We’re a small and nimble hardware team with a pretty large scope so every EE will own a significant project and also have the opportunity to learn and contribute to other projects in our team.


• Technical areas : We build infotainment, adas, and controller units for software-defined vehicles. A technical step to enable an industry-wide transition.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Execute and improve validation test plans for custom automotive PCBs


• Characterize board performance using lab equipment (oscilloscope, power supply, electronic loads, DAQ, etc.)


• Automate lab equipment and test routines using Python or similar scripting languages


• Analyze and document results in clear, concise reports for internal teams and external customers


• Collaborate with electrical design, system integration, and software teams to support board bring-up and root cause analysis


• Interpret and follow OEM test protocols (e.g., LV124, ISO 16750, CISPR, etc.)


• Maintain lab setups and improve test efficiency with reusable infrastructure

We're looking for someone who has:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering


• 1–6 years of hands-on experience in board-level testing and validation


• Experience working in a lab setting with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters, etc.)


• Experience with test automation (Python, LabView, or similar)


• Familiarity with automotive or consumer electronics validation flows


• Strong documentation and communication skills


• Prior exposure to automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier test protocols


• Experience reading schematics and debugging at component level

Nice to have:

• Experience working at automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or robotics/consumer electronics companies


• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or automotive Ethernet tools


• Prior experience with PCB DFM/DFT feedback and layout review

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $140,000 to $220,000 USD annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.